Scooters

2012Yamaha C3

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The 2012 Yamaha C3 is a lightweight 49cc scooter designed for urban commuters and entry-level riders seeking reliable, fuel-efficient transportation. Featuring a liquid-cooled four-stroke engine with electronic fuel injection and automatic transmission, it offers simple operation and low maintenance. Best known for its practicality and dependable performance in congested city environments.

Capacity: 49.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Dry weight: 89.8 kg
Seat height: 734 mm
Power: 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering40%

City riding90%

Daily riding75%

Touring15%

Two-up20%

Track5%

Best for: Built purely for short urban hops, errands, and low-speed commuting rather than any kind of performance riding.
Built for: A simple, economical, low-maintenance city runabout with automatic transmission and minimal learning curve.
Not ideal for: Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone seeking speed or excitement.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 734mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Yamaha C3, with a moderate knee angle of around 95 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 49.0 ccm
Power: 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 48 CO2 g/km
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 2.10 litres/100 km (47.6 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.0601 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 38.0 x 43.5 mm
Compression: 12.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 3
Lubrication system: Autolube Oil Injection System

Transmission

Transmission type: Automatic
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Dry centrifugal automatic clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1280 mm
Overall length: 1854 mm
Overall width: 686 mm
Overall height: 1044 mm
Seat height: 734 mm
Dry weight: 89.8 kg
Fuel capacity: 4.50 litres
Ground clearance: 114 mm

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Telescopic fork, 2.3-in travel
Rear suspension: Unit swing, 2.2-in travel
Front wheel travel: 58 mm
Rear wheel travel: 56 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front brakes diameter: 110 mm
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter: 110 mm
Front tyre: 120/90-10
Rear tyre: 120/90-10

Other

Color options: Pearl White
Warranty: 12

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2007	2009	2010	2012	2013
Capacity	49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)	49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)	49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)	49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)	49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)
Dry weight	84.8 kg (187.0 pounds)	89.8 kg (198.0 pounds)	89.8 kg (198.0 pounds)	89.8 kg (198.0 pounds)	89.8 kg (198.0 pounds)
Seat height	737 mm (29.0 inches)	734 mm (28.9 inches)	734 mm (28.9 inches)	734 mm (28.9 inches)	734 mm (28.9 inches)
Fuel capacity	4.54 litres (1.20 gallons)	4.54 litres (1.20 gallons)	4.54 litres (1.20 gallons)	4.54 litres (1.20 gallons)	4.54 litres (1.20 gallons)
Color options	—	Liquid Silver, Heat Red	Raven/Red	Pearl White	Pearl White